Chapter 7

Another aspect is that the spells that Fini learns on his own will also appear in this spellbook.

The spells in the spellbook can increase in proficiency through practice. When the proficiency reaches a certain level, Fini can cast them silently or even without a wand.

Of course, increasing proficiency is not the only method; otherwise, it wouldn't be the most powerful feature of this system.

The spells drawn from the library pass might appear repeatedly. Repeated spells will increase proficiency, and the increase will be much greater than what Fini can achieve through his own practice.

The most important point is that if the proficiency of a spell reaches the level where Fini can cast it silently and without a wand, then that spell will no longer appear in future draws.

The appearance of this interface led Fini to make many changes to his original plan.

Originally, he intended to learn as much magic as possible before entering school, as he was unsure of the system's specific functions.

However, now, Fini believes he can choose a few commonly used spells to practice. With the system's help, he is confident he can achieve silent and wandless casting by the time he starts school.

Having thought it through and determined his plan, Fini decided to go into seclusion, which means he would not go out easily.

As mentioned before, no matter how talented he is or how high his social status, these advantages only work if he is alive.

At this moment, if he goes out carelessly during this turbulent period, it would truly be asking for trouble.

Of course, before going into seclusion, Fini made some arrangements.

The house has been protected by the Fidelius Charm, with Fini himself as the Secret-Keeper. No one, not even an owl, can find the house unless he allows it.

However, he told Dumbledore the location of the house, so Dumbledore could find it. The reason for this was that he still needed his Hogwarts acceptance letter.

Additionally, he had Kreacher buy an owl in Diagon Alley to order the Daily Prophet, so he could stay informed about current events in the wizarding world.

Kreacher was also responsible for purchasing daily supplies.

Nine years passed in the blink of an eye.

Fini was now eleven and about to start school.

"Long time no see, Professor Dumbledore."

Looking at Dumbledore, who had appeared before him, Fini felt a bit annoyed, secretly wondering if he should set up an anti-Apparition ward in the house.

After all, the old man had appeared before him unexpectedly several times.

Dumbledore clearly noticed Fini's displeasure, as he was never very happy when Dumbledore visited. However, Dumbledore didn't mind, knowing that Fini was only upset about the sudden appearances.

A small favor would make this child very happy.

"Indeed, long time no see, Fini. Here is your acceptance letter."

Dumbledore took a letter from inside his robes and handed it to Fini.

Although Fini had long been certain he would attend Hogwarts, he was still excited when he saw the letter. After all, in his previous life, he had once fantasized about an owl landing on his window at the age of eleven, carrying a letter with a yellowed exterior and a wax seal bearing the Hogwarts crest.

Taking a deep breath to calm his excitement, Fini reached out to take the letter.

Sure enough, the letter bore the large H and the wax seal with the lion, eagle, badger, and snake.

Without delay, he opened the letter to reveal its contents.

Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Headmaster: Albus Dumbledore

(Chief Warlock of the Wizengamot, Supreme Mugwump of the International Confederation of Wizards, Grand Sorcerer, Order of Merlin, First Class)

Dear Mr. Black,

We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.

Term begins on September 1. We await your owl by no later than July 31.

Deputy Headmistress

Minerva McGonagall

Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

[Uniform]

First-year students will require:

- Three sets of plain work robes (black)

- One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear

- One pair of protective gloves (dragon hide or similar)

- One winter cloak (black, with silver fastenings)

Please note that all students' clothes should carry name tags.

[Books]

All students should have a copy of each of the following:

- "The Standard Book of Spells (Grade 1)" by Miranda Goshawk

- "A History of Magic" by Bathilda Bagshot

- "Magical Theory" by Adalbert Waffling

- "A Beginner's Guide to Transfiguration" by Emeric Switch

- "One Thousand Magical Herbs and Fungi" by Phyllida Spore

- "Magical Drafts and Potions" by Arsenius Jigger

- "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by Newt Scamander

- "The Dark Forces: A Guide to Self-Protection" by Quentin Trimble

[Other Equipment]

- One wand

- One cauldron (pewter, standard size 2)

- One set of glass or crystal phials

- One telescope

- One set of brass scales

Students may bring, if they desire, an owl OR a cat OR a toad

Please note that first-year students are not allowed to bring their own broomsticks.

The format and content of the letter were the same as in the original story. Perhaps because Dumbledore delivered the letter personally, or because Fini had hidden Grimmauld Place, 12, London with the Fidelius Charm, Professor McGonagall, who was responsible for writing the letters, couldn't find the place.

In any case, the envelope did not have the changing address like in the original story.

"Alright, then, Fini, I'll see you at Hogwarts."

Dumbledore winked at Fini and smiled.

Fini, seeing him about to Apparate, quickly called out,

"Wait, Dumbledore. Even if I am rich, shouldn't Hogwarts provide a ticket?"

Dumbledore was taken aback and said,

"Well, Hogwarts has never provided tickets to young wizards from wizarding families. You will need to buy your own ticket at King's Cross Station."

Fini was surprised; he had been misled by the novels he read in his previous life.

Indeed, if Hogwarts provided tickets for all young wizards, the Hogwarts Express wouldn't need tickets at all.

Moreover, not all wizards going to Hogwarts are young, and not all young wizards need to take the train.